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28. Install flywheel (M/T models) or drive plate (1) (A/T or CVT mod-
els).

Secure crankshaft using Tool. (A), and tighten bolts crosswise
over several times.
NOTE:
A/T model shown CVT and M/T similar.

Install pilot converter (1), drive plate (2) and reinforcement
plate (3) as shown (A/T or CVT models).

Using a suitable tool of 33 mm. (1.30 in) in diameter, press-fit
pilot converter into the end of crankshaft until it stops (A/T or
CVT models).
NOTE:
M/T models have no pilot converter and reinforcement plate.
29. Install knock sensor (1) with connector facing toward the rear of
engine.
CAUTION:

Never tighten bolts while holding the connector.

If any impact by dropping is applied to knock sensor,
replace it with a new one.
NOTE:

Make sure that there is no foreign material on the cylinder
block mating surface and the back surface of knock sensor.

Make sure that knock sensor does not interfere with other parts.
30. Install crankshaft position sensor (POS) and crankshaft position sensor (POS) cover.
CAUTION:

Avoid impacts such as a dropping.

Keep it away from metal particles.

Never place sensor in a location where it is exposed to magnetism.
31. Install oil filter (for intake valve timing control) (1) in the direction
shown.

Make sure that the oil filter does not protrude from the upper
surface of cylinder block (2) after installation.
32. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.Tool number : KV11105210 (J-44716)
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A : Crankshaft rear end
B: R
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A : Cylinder block left side
: Engine front
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When replacing piston and piston pin assembly, refer to EM-99, "Piston to Cylinder Bore Clearance" .
NOTE:

Piston is available together with piston pin as assembly.

Piston pin (piston pin hole) grade is provided only for the parts installed at the plant. For service parts,
no grades can be selected. (Only grade “0” is available.)
PISTON RING SIDE CLEARANCE

Measure the side clearance of piston ring and piston ring groove
with a feeler gauge (A).

If the measured value exceeds the limit, replace piston ring, and measure again. If it still exceeds the limit,
replace piston also.
PISTON RING END GAP

Make sure that cylinder bore inner diameter is within specification. Refer to EM-99, "Cylinder Bore Inner
Diameter" .

Lubricate with new engine oil to piston (1) and piston ring (2),
and then insert (A) piston ring until middle of cylinder (B) with
piston, and measure piston ring end gap with a feeler gauge (C).

If the measured value exceeds the limit, replace piston ring, and measure again. If it still exceeds the limit,
re-bore cylinder and use oversized piston and piston rings.Standard:
Top ring : 0.04 - 0.08 mm (0.002 - 0.003 in)
2nd ring : 0.03 - 0.07 mm (0.001 - 0.003 in)
Oil ring : 0.015 - 0.185 mm (0.001 - 0.007 in)
Limit:
Top ring : 0.11 mm (0.0043 in)
2nd ring : 0.10 mm (0.0039 in)
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Standard:
Top ring : 0.20 - 0.30 mm (0.008 - 0.012 in)
2nd ring : 0.50 - 0.65 mm (0.020 - 0.026 in)
Oil ring
(rail ring) : 0.15 - 0.45 mm (0.006 - 0.018 in)
Limit:
Top ring : 0.51 mm (0.020 in)
2nd ring : 0.83 mm (0.033 in)
Oil ring
(rail ring): 0.78 mm (0.031 in)
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Piston Pin Outer Diameter
Measure the outer diameter of piston pin with a micrometer (A).
Connecting Rod Bushing Oil Clearance
(Connecting rod bushing oil clearance) = (Connecting rod bushing inner diameter) – (Piston pin outer diame-
ter)

If the measured value is out of the standard, replace connecting rod assembly and/or piston and piston pin
assembly.

If replacing piston and piston pin assembly, refer to EM-95, "PISTON TO PISTON PIN OIL CLEARANCE"
.

If replacing connecting rod assembly, refer to EM-98, "Connecting Rod Bushing Oil Clearance" to select
connecting rod bearing.
CYLINDER BLOCK TOP SURFACE DISTORTION

Using a scraper, remove gasket on the cylinder block surface, and also remove engine oil, scale, carbon,
or other contamination.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to allow gasket flakes to enter engine oil or engine coolant passages.

Measure the distortion on the cylinder block upper face at some
different points in six directions with a straight edge (A) and
feeler gauge (B).

If it exceeds the limit, replace cylinder block.
MAIN BEARING HOUSING INNER DIAMETER

Install main bearing cap without main bearings installed, and tighten main bearing cap bolts to the speci-
fied torque. Refer to EM-81, "
ASSEMBLY" for the tightening procedure.

Measure the inner diameter of main bearing housing with a bore gauge. Standard: 19.989 - 19.995 mm (0.7870 - 0.7872 in)
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Standard : 0.005 - 0.023 mm (0.0002 - 0.0009 in)
Limit : 0.03 mm (0.0012 in)
Limit: 0.1 mm (0.004 in)
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CONNECTING ROD BEARING OIL CLEARANCE
Method by Calculation

Install connecting rod bearings (2) to connecting rod (3) and
connecting rod bearing cap (1), and tighten connecting rod bolts
to the specified torque. Refer to EM-81, "
ASSEMBLY" for tight-
ening procedure.

Measure the inner diameter of connecting rod bearing with an
inside micrometer.
(Bearing oil clearance) = (Connecting rod bearing inner diame-
ter) – (Crankshaft pin journal diameter)

If clearance exceeds the limit, select proper connecting rod bearing according to connecting rod big end
diameter and crankshaft pin journal diameter to obtain specified bearing oil clearance. Refer to EM-88,
"HOW TO SELECT CONNECTING ROD BEARING" .
Method of Using Plastigage

Remove engine oil and dust on crankshaft pin and the surfaces of each bearing completely.

Cut a plastigage slightly shorter than the bearing width, and place it in crankshaft axial direction, avoiding
oil holes.

Install connecting rod bearings to connecting rod and cap, and tighten connecting rod bolts to the speci-
fied torque. Refer to EM-81, "
ASSEMBLY" for the tightening procedure.
CAUTION:
Never rotate crankshaft.

Remove connecting rod cap and bearing, and using the scale
(A) on the plastigage bag, measure the plastigage width.
NOTE:
The procedure when the measured value exceeds the limit is
same as that described in the “Method by Calculation”.
MAIN BEARING OIL CLEARANCE
Method by Calculation

Install main bearings (3) to cylinder block (1) and main bearing
cap (2), and tighten main bearing cap bolts to the specified
torque. Refer to EM-81, "
ASSEMBLY" for the tightening proce-
dure.

Measure the inner diameter of main bearing with a bore gauge.
(Bearing oil clearance) = (Main bearing inner diameter) – (Crank-
shaft main journal diameter)
A : Example
B : Inner diameter measuring direction
Standard : 0.037 - 0.047 mm (0.0015 - 0.0019 in)
Limit : 0.07 mm (0.0028 in)
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A : Example
B : Inner diameter measuring direction
Standard:
No. 1, 4 and 5 journals
: 0.024 - 0.034 mm (0.0009 - 0.0013 in)
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If clearance exceeds the limit, select proper main bearing according to main bearing inner diameter and
crankshaft main journal diameter to obtain specified bearing oil clearance. Refer to EM-91, "
HOW TO
SELECT MAIN BEARING" .
Method of Using Plastigage

Remove engine oil and dust on crankshaft main journal and the surfaces of each bearing completely.

Cut a plastigage slightly shorter than the bearing width, and place it in crankshaft axial direction, avoiding
oil holes.

Install main bearings to cylinder block and main bearing cap, and tighten main bearing cap bolts to the
specified torque. Refer to EM-81, "
ASSEMBLY" for the tightening procedure.
CAUTION:
Never rotate crankshaft.

Remove main bearing cap and bearings, and using the scale (A)
on the plastigage bag, measure the plastigage width.
NOTE:
The procedure when the measured value exceeds the limit is
same as that described in the “Method by Calculation”.
MAIN BEARING CRUSH HEIGHT

When main bearing cap is removed after being tightened to the
specified torque with main bearings (1) installed, the tip end of
bearing must protrude (B). Refer to EM-81, "
ASSEMBLY" for
the tightening procedure.

If the standard is not met, replace main bearings.
CONNECTING ROD BEARING CRUSH HEIGHT

When connecting rod bearing cap is removed after being tight-
ened to the specified torque with connecting rod bearings (1)
installed, the tip end of bearing must protrude. Refer to EM-81,
"ASSEMBLY" for the tightening procedure (B).

If the standard is not met, replace connecting rod bearings.: 0.012 - 0.022 mm (0.0005 - 0.0009 in)
Limit : 0.065 mm (0.0026 in)
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A : Example
Standard : There must be crush height.
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A : Example
Standard : There must be crush height.
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
Standard and LimitEBS00U80
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
DRIVE BELT
WATER CONTROL VALVE
EXHAUST MANIFOLD
Unit: mm (in)
THERMOSTAT
SPARK PLUG
Unit: mm (in)
CYLINDER HEAD
Unit: mm (in) Engine typeMR18DE
Cylinder arrangementIn-line 4
Displacement
cm
3 (cu in)1,797 (109.65)
Bore and stroke mm (in) 84.0 x 81.1 (3.307 x 3.192)
Valve arrangementDOHC
Firing order1-3-4-2
Number of piston ringsCompression 2
Oil 1
Compression ratio9.9
Compression pressure
kPa (bar, kg/cm
2 , psi) / 250 rpmStandard 1,500 (15.0, 15.3, 217.6)
Minimum 1,200 (12.0, 12.2, 174)
Differential limit between cylinders 100 (1.0, 1.0, 15)
Tension of drive belt Auto adjustment by auto-tensioner
Valve opening temperature 93.5 - 96.5°C (200 - 206°F)
Maximum valve lift 8 mm/ 108°C (0.315 in/ 226°F)
Valve closing temperature More than 90°C (194°F)
Items Limit
Surface distortionEach exhaust port 0.3 (0.012)
Entire part 0.7 (0.028)
Valve opening temperature 80.5 - 83.5°C (177 - 182°F)
Maximum valve lift 8 mm/ 95°C (0.315 in/ 203°F)
Valve closing temperature More than 77°C (171°F)
Plug typeIridium-tipped TYPE
MakeDENSO
Standard typeFXE20HR11
Spark plug gapNominal: 1.1 (0.043)
Items Standard Limit
Head surface distortion — 0.1 (0.004)

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GENERAL INFORMATION
A GENERAL INFORMATION
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Revision: June 20062007 Versa PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 3
Description ............................................................... 3
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 3
Precautions for NATS (NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYS-
TEM) ........................................................................ 3
Precautions Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation
After Battery Disconnect .......................................... 3
OPERATION PROCEDURE ................................. 4
General Precautions ................................................ 4
Precautions for Three Way Catalyst ......................... 5
Precautions for Fuel (Unleaded Regular Gasoline
Recommended) ........................................................ 6
Precautions for Multiport Fuel Injection System or
Engine Control System ............................................ 6
Precautions for Hoses .............................................. 6
HOSE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ............... 6
HOSE CLAMPING ................................................ 7
Precautions for Engine Oils ...................................... 7
HEALTH PROTECTION PRECAUTIONS ............. 7
Precautions for Air Conditioning ............................... 7
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ................................... 8
Description ............................................................... 8
Terms ....................................................................... 8
Units ......................................................................... 8
Contents ................................................................... 8
Relation between Illustrations and Descriptions ...... 9
Components ........................................................... 10
SYMBOLS ........................................................... 10
How to Follow Trouble Diagnoses ...........................11
DESCRIPTION .....................................................11
HOW TO FOLLOW TEST GROUPS IN TROU-
BLE DIAGNOSES ................................................11
HARNESS WIRE COLOR AND CONNECTOR
NUMBER INDICATION ....................................... 12
KEY TO SYMBOLS SIGNIFYING MEASURE-
MENTS OR PROCEDURES ............................... 13
How to Read Wiring Diagrams ............................... 15
CONNECTOR SYMBOLS ................................... 15SAMPLE/WIRING DIAGRAM - EXAMPL - .......... 16
DESCRIPTION .................................................... 17
Abbreviations .......................................................... 23
SERVICE INFORMATION FOR ELECTRICAL INCI-
DENT ......................................................................... 24
How to Check Terminal ........................................... 24
CONNECTOR AND TERMINAL PIN KIT ............ 24
HOW TO PROBE CONNECTORS ...................... 24
How to Perform Efficient Diagnosis for an Electrical
Incident ................................................................... 27
WORK FLOW ...................................................... 27
INCIDENT SIMULATION TESTS ........................ 27
CIRCUIT INSPECTION ....................................... 30
Control Units and Electrical Parts ........................... 35
PRECAUTIONS .................................................. 35
CONSULT-II CHECKING SYSTEM .......................... 37
Description .............................................................. 37
Function and System Application ........................... 37
Nickel Metal Hydride Battery Replacement ............ 38
Checking Equipment .............................................. 38
CONSULT-II Start Procedure .................................. 38
CONSULT-II Data Link Connector (DLC) Circuit .... 40
INSPECTION PROCEDURE .............................. 41
LIFTING POINT ......................................................... 42
Special Service Tools ............................................. 42
Garage Jack and Safety Stand and 2-Pole Lift ....... 42
Board-On Lift .......................................................... 43
TOW TRUCK TOWING ............................................. 44
Tow Truck Towing ................................................... 44
TOWING AN AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
MODEL WITH FOUR WHEELS ON GROUND ... 44
Vehicle Recovery (Freeing a Stuck Vehicle) ........... 44
TIGHTENING TORQUE OF STANDARD BOLTS .... 45
Tightening Torque Table ......................................... 45
RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND
SEALANTS ............................................................... 46
Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants ... 46
IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION ............................ 47
Model Variation ....................................................... 47
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ................................ 48

PRECAUTIONS
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To prevent serious burns:
Avoid contact with hot metal parts.
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot.

Dispose of or recycle drained oil or the solvent used for cleaning
parts in an appropriate manner.

Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank after the fuel pump nozzle
shuts off automatically.
Continued refueling may cause fuel overflow, resulting in fuel
spray and possibly a fire.

Clean all disassembled parts in the designated liquid or solvent
prior to inspection or assembly.

Replace oil seals, gaskets, packings, O-rings, locking washers, cotter pins, self-locking nuts, etc. with new
ones.

Replace inner and outer races of tapered roller bearings and needle bearings as a set.

Arrange the disassembled parts in accordance with their assembled locations and sequence.

Do not touch the terminals of electrical components which use microcomputers (such as ECM).
Static electricity may damage internal electronic components.

After disconnecting vacuum or air hoses, attach a tag to indicate the proper connection.

Use only the fluids and lubricants specified in this manual.

Use approved bonding agent, sealants or their equivalents when required.

Use hand tools, power tools (disassembly only) and recom-
mended special tools where specified for safe and efficient ser-
vice repairs.

When repairing the fuel, oil, water, vacuum or exhaust systems,
check all affected lines for leaks.

Before servicing the vehicle:
Protect fenders, upholstery and carpeting with appropriate cov-
ers.
Take caution that keys, buckles or buttons do not scratch paint.
WA RN ING:
To prevent ECM from storing the diagnostic trouble codes, do not carelessly disconnect the harness
connectors which are related to the engine control system and TCM (transmission control module)
system. The connectors should be disconnected only when working according to the WORK FLOW of
TROUBLE DIAGNOSES in EC and AT sections.
Precautions for Three Way CatalystEAS001ZB
If a large amount of unburned fuel flows into the catalyst, the catalyst temperature will be excessively high. To
prevent this, follow the instructions.

Use unleaded gasoline only. Leaded gasoline will seriously damage the three way catalyst.

When checking for ignition spark or measuring engine compression, make tests quickly and only when
necessary.
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